Area Agency on Aging
The Area Agency on Aging provides planning and advocacy for seniors and contracts with other local non-profit organizations to provide a variety of services under the guidelines of the Older Americans Act and Older Californians Act.
These contracted services include home-delivered meals; congregate dining centers; information and assistance; case management, legal assistance; transportation; ombudsman for individuals living in facilities; adult day care; senior peer counseling; assistance to the visually impaired; caregiver support; Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, etc.
Who can receive services?
Anyone over the age of 60 is eligible for services.
Area Served
The Area Agency on Aging operates in Santa Cruz & San Benito Counties.
Area Agency on Aging Publications & Related Documents
2012-2016 Area Plan on Aging: Executive Summary
2012-2016 Area Plan on Aging: Full Report
Needs Assessment Summary Report
2013-17 Funding Cycle
Service Providers:
Advocacy, Inc.
Community Bridges
Family Services Agency
Jovanes de Antaño
Senior Citizens Legal Services
Senior Network Services
Vista Center
Volunteer Center